Trunk comparison: Seat Ibiza vs Skoda Elroq

Key Differences

The Škoda Elroq offers a significantly longer cargo area: +10.2 in (18%) with the seats folded down and +4.7 in (18%) with the first row upright compared to the SEAT Ibiza.

Additionally, the width of the trunk opening on the Elroq is +5.9 in (17%) larger. The SEAT Ibiza has a significantly greater trunk depth (distance from loading edge → trunk floor): +7.1 in (1800%) compared to the Elroq.

Impact on Usability

Longer cargo area in the Elroq: The additional 12–10.2 in length means more usable cargo space for long items (e.g., slats, skis, elongated furniture parts) and more volume with the seats folded down. Those who frequently transport long or flat goods will find noticeably better options in the Elroq.

Wider trunk opening in the Elroq: The +5.9 in wider opening makes loading wide or bulky items easier because fewer edge and angle maneuvers are needed. Combined with the longer cargo area, this increases everyday practicality for larger loads.

Deeper cargo floor in the Ibiza: The +7.1 in greater depth (loading edge → floor) creates more vertical space below the loading edge, which facilitates stacking and accommodating tall or bulky items.

However, heavy or awkward loads sit further below the loading edge, which can make lifting/removing somewhat less familiar or more cumbersome.

Additional notes: The loading edge height of both models is the same, so the required lift height when loading is comparable. The slightly greater opening height of the Ibiza (+2.4 in / 8%) and the minimally larger width at the narrowest point on the Elroq (+0.4 in / 1%) are minor and hardly affect practical use.

Conclusion

For regular transport of elongated or wide items, the Škoda Elroq is more advantageous (more length, wider opening).

For users who need more vertical storage space directly under the loading edge (e.g., tall boxes, stacked goods), the SEAT Ibiza offers a benefit through the deeper cargo floor. The choice depends on typical cargo: length/wide bulkiness → Elroq, vertical volume under the loading edge → Ibiza.